dealing

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noun

deal·​ing ˈdē-liŋ How to pronounce dealing (audio)
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1
: method of business : manner of conduct
2
dealings plural : friendly or business interactions

dealing

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present participle of deal entry 1

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Noun There were reports of shady dealings between the two sides. He has a reputation for fair dealing.
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While no charges have been filed, the investigation scrutinizes these affiliated dealings, potentially impacting Walter's sports holdings and the Dodgers' future. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Keiser funded a website that slammed Askar and Carbonara for business dealings in Dubai. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026 Walter has a long history of tapping his insurers for his business dealing. — Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026 Morgan plays his father, Joe, who is later revealed to have his own dealings with Annie‘s family. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dealing

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Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of dealing was in the 15th century

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dealing

noun
1
plural : friendly or business relations
dealings with an automobile agency
2
: a way of acting or of doing business
fair dealing
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